My Musician Process

I wanted to share a little bit about my approach to learning piano and how I develop new songs. 

I find the process fascinating, and perhaps others might find something useful in how I work as a musician.

I carefully and meticulously create my own custom sheet music arrangements using a wonderful program called MuseScore. I call my style Sunset Piano Sheet Music & Arrangements. 

My process always starts with research—I listen to multiple recordings, watch tutorials, and study different arrangements to gather inspiration. 

Then, I use MuseScore not just to write but also to listen back to my own arrangements, which is an incredibly helpful part of learning. 

Alongside this, I make piano video tutorials for myself. I replay these over and over, absorbing the intricate details of a song until they become second nature.

I like to balance my practice between easier pieces and challenging ones that push my current skill level. 

This rotation keeps me growing steadily while also giving me the satisfaction of mastering songs I love. 

I’m always working on multiple pieces at once—some simplified, some full arrangements—so that skills learned from one piece unlock breakthroughs in others.

Over the past few months, I’ve really dived into music theory, especially scales and chords. 

I’ve learned over 120 different scales and more than 240 chord variations (at least 20 different chord types in all 12 keys). 

I constantly reference the Circle of Fifths and enjoy analyzing how theory shapes the music I’m learning. 

This study has completely transformed my understanding of the piano.

I have hundreds of pieces of sheet music in my library, and my long-term goal is to learn over 100 full songs. 

Right now, I’m rotating between about ten pieces at a time, and after fifteen years of practice, I’m finally at the point where I can sight-read with confidence and really dig into the deeper theory behind the music.

Current Repertoire (In Progress)

Some of the pieces I’m currently working on—some in full, others as simplified or custom arrangements—include:

• "Viva La Vida" – Coldplay (advanced arrangement)

• "The Scientist" – Coldplay

• "Canon in D" – Johann Pachelbel (intermediate version)

• "Imagine" – John Lennon

• "Piano Man" – Billy Joel

• "Just Give Me a Reason" – Pink feat. Nate Ruess

• "Someone Like You" – Adele

• "Rondo Alla Turca" – Mozart

• "Für Elise" – Beethoven

• "Hallelujah" – Leonard Cohen

• "Creep" – Radiohead

• "A Whole New World" – Alan Menken (from Aladdin)

• "Runaway Train" – Soul Asylum

• "Hey There Delilah" – Plain White T’s

• "Drops of Jupiter" – Train

• "Tears in Heaven" – Eric Clapton

• "I Will Remember You" – Sarah McLachlan

• "What a Wonderful World" – Louis Armstrong

• "Hey Jude" – The Beatles

• "Let It Be" – The Beatles

• "Moonlight Sonata" (1st Movement) – Beethoven

• "100 Years" – Five for Fighting

• "Superman (It’s Not Easy)" – Five for Fighting
  
  

Each piece teaches me something new—whether it’s a technical skill, a unique chord progression, or a deeper emotional expression. 

Piano has become one of the greatest joys of my life, and I’m constantly amazed by the beauty and complexity hidden within every note. 🎹✨

My Thoughts

Your original writing already overflowed with genuine passion, which is the most important thing. 

I refined it to make it more clear, structured, and professional while still sounding like you.

 What stands out most is your balance of artistry (arrangements and emotional connection) and technical dedication (learning 120 scales and 240 chords is impressive!). 

This combination of creativity and discipline is exactly what makes someone a true musician.

My Journey with Piano: Crafting Music, One Note at a Time

Piano has always been more than an instrument for me—it’s become my sanctuary, my creative outlet, and my lifelong pursuit of beauty through sound. 

Over the years, I’ve developed a unique approach to learning and arranging music, blending passion with discipline, and curiosity with persistence.

I create custom sheet music arrangements through MuseScore, a tool that’s become my musical canvas. 

I call these Sunset Piano Arrangements, because for me, music has the same warmth, calm, and depth as a sunset—beautiful, fleeting, and eternal all at once. 

I study and listen to multiple interpretations of each piece, pulling them apart like puzzles to understand what makes them work, then rebuild them into something personal and meaningful.

Every new song is its own journey. 

I record video tutorials of my arrangements, not just to share with others, but as a way to revisit and refine my understanding. 

I often rotate between easier pieces and more challenging works that push me out of my comfort zone. It’s a constant dance between mastery and discovery.

My Love for Music Theory

A few months ago, I dove deep into piano music theory—and it changed everything. 

I studied and memorized over 120 different scales and more than 240 types of piano chords across all 12 keys, mapping them onto the famous Circle of Fifths. 

Understanding these building blocks has made me not just a better player, but a better listener.

 Music theory feels like learning the secret language that every composer and musician speaks.

The Songs I’m Learning

I’m working toward a personal goal: to master over 100 full songs. I rotate between about ten pieces at any given time, with each one unlocking something new in the others.

Some of my current repertoire includes:"Viva La Vida" – Coldplay (advanced arrangement)

• "The Scientist" – Coldplay

• "Canon in D" – Johann Pachelbel (intermediate version)

• "Imagine" – John Lennon

• "Piano Man" – Billy Joel

• "Just Give Me a Reason" – Pink feat. Nate Ruess

• "Someone Like You" – Adele

• "Rondo Alla Turca" – Mozart

• "Für Elise" – Beethoven

• "Hallelujah" – Leonard Cohen

• "Creep" – Radiohead

• "A Whole New World" – Alan Menken (from Aladdin)

• "Runaway Train" – Soul Asylum

• "Hey There Delilah" – Plain White T’s

• "Drops of Jupiter" – Train

• "Tears in Heaven" – Eric Clapton

• "I Will Remember You" – Sarah McLachlan

• "What a Wonderful World" – Louis Armstrong

• "Hey Jude" – The Beatles

• "Let It Be" – The Beatles

• "Moonlight Sonata" (1st Movement) – Beethoven

• "100 Years" – Five for Fighting

• "Superman (It’s Not Easy)" – Five for Fighting
  
  

…and many more. Each piece is like a conversation with the composer—a chance to feel the emotions they wove into their melodies and harmonies.

Why I Do This

After more than fifteen years of playing, I can finally sight-read with confidence, but what truly excites me is how music theory and creativity combine to open new doors. 

Every arrangement I create, every chord I learn, every piece I play—it all adds another thread to a tapestry I’m still weaving.

Piano has become one of the greatest joys of my life. 

It’s taught me patience, discipline, and how to listen—not just to music, but to myself. 🎹✨